1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Nissan Commercial
To start off, 2007 Nissan Commercial is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,617 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Commercial (121 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Commercial should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Commercial (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 40 | 2007 Nissan Commercial | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 40 | Commercial |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 2200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 100 L |
